COMPETING UNATTACHED IN INDIVIDUAL SPORTS FAQ
Question 1: Is it permissible for an institution to provide expenses (e.g.,
meals, entry fee, lodging) for a student-athlete to compete unattached,
when that student-athlete is not representing the institution in
competition (e.g., ineligible or "redshirting")?
Answer: When a student-athlete competes unattached (i.e., competes as
an individual, representing only himself or herself) in any competition, the
institution may not provide any expenses to the participating studentathlete. The student-athlete is considered to be representing the
institution in outside competition when provided
expenses from the institution. This includes the institution providing
transportation (e.g., individual riding on team bus to competition) to an
unattached participant.
Question 2: May an unattached student-athlete wear the uniform of the
institution?
Answer: No. Wearing the uniform of the institution constitutes
representation of the institution; therefore, the student-athlete, by rule,
would not be considered to be competing unattached if he or she
were wearing the institution's uniform. If the student-athlete triggers
NCAA Bylaw 14.02.6 (intercollegiate competition), the student-athlete
must be eligible to represent the institution in outside competition.
Question 3: Is the institution permitted to provide athletics training
support and other medical services prior to and after the match for
student-athletes who are competing unattached?
Answer: No. As a general rule, such expenses may not be provided by the
institution when the student-athlete is competing unattached. The
provision of such services constitutes the receipt of expenses related to the
competition. If the trainer (or other service provider) has been designated
by the competition host to provide services to all participants; however,
such services may be provided to the unattached student-athletes.
Question 4: Is it permissible for institutional coaches to provide coaching
and instruction to an unattached student-athlete during competition?
Answer: No. A student-athlete who receives coaching or instruction (e.g.,
technique, comments related to performance, suggestions) from his or her
coach while competing in an individual competition is considered to be
representing the institution. As a result, the student-athlete must be
eligible to represent the institution and such participation would constitute
the use of one of the four seasons of competition. Further, institutional
coaching staff members may not direct participating student-athletes to
engage in coaching or instructional activities with student-athletes from
the same institution who are competing unattached. [Note: A coaching
staff member may engage in coaching activities with a student-athlete
during the student-athlete's participation in established national
championship events (including junior national championships and
Olympic, Pan American, World Championships, World Cup and World
University Games qualifying competition.]
If you have any additional questions, please contact the Compliance Office.

The mission of the TCU Athletics Compliance Program is to
uphold the rules and regulations of the National Collegiate
Athletic Association (NCAA), Mountain West Conference
(MWC), and Texas Christian University (TCU); to monitor the
processes and activities associated with such rules and
regulations; and to educate institutional staff members,
student-athletes and external constituents regarding such
rules, regulations, processes and activities. TCU is committed
and obligated to the principle of institutional control in
operating its Athletics Department in a manner that is
consistent with the letter and the spirit of the NCAA, MWC
and University rules and regulations. The Office of Athletics
Compliance coordinates, monitors and verifies compliance
with all NCAA requirements and educates the various
constituencies of the University and the community
regarding NCAA and MWC regulations. The Athletics
Compliance Office is dedicated to providing educational
programs and interpretive support to ensure that all
individuals involved with the Athletics Department
understand and adhere to the TCU's compliance expectations.
Each individual within the Athletics Department is obligated
to maintain competency in knowledge of rules, to act within
his or her realm of responsibility in full compliance with the
rules and to report any violations of the rules. It is the goal of
the Athletics Compliance Program to place the University in a
pro-active position by educating, overseeing, and monitoring
the Athletics Department and maintaining a positive
compliance environment. The commitment to excellence by
the entire TCU athletics family must be a priority in all aspects
of the compliance program.

Did you land a summer job and have not
yet reported it to compliance?
Employment Request Form:
http://gofrogs.cstv.com/auto_pdf/p_hoto
s/s_chools/tcu/genrel/auto_pdf/employm
entrequestform0607

Yes, That’s Allowed:
Proof the NCAA
doesn’t always say NO
According to bylaw 16.5.2(h), it is
permissible for an institution to provide
fruits, nuts and bagels to a student-athlete
at any time.

Are you planning to participate in outside
competition this summer?
Outside Competition Form:
http://gofrogs.cstv.com/auto_pdf/p_hoto
s/s_chools/tcu/genrel/auto_pdf/permissio
noutsidecompform
Are you giving sports lessons this summer?
If so, you must complete a Fee For Lesson
Form:
http://gofrogs.cstv.com/auto_pdf/p_hoto
s/s_chools/tcu/genrel/auto_pdf/feeforless
onform0307

TCU Department Of Intercollegiate
Athletics Mission Statement
· Focuses on the well-being of the
student athlete, · Provides division 1A
programs for men and women in which
the participants have a successful
competitive experience,
· Supports a meaningful academic
experience leading to graduation,
· Develops support for the university
among its many constituents,
· Is committed to the philosophy and
principles of the NCAA, the Mountain
West Conference and the University,
and
· Is committed to provide equitable
opportunities for all student-athletes
and athletic department personnel,
including women and minorities.

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